2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Ipsum |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |